4500 Washington Boulevard, Wilmington, DE 19802-1228 $695,000
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With Pending Contract
Interior Sq. Ft: 2,725
Acreage: 0.97
Age:186 years
Style:
Colonial
Subdivision: Brandywine Hills
Design/Type:
Detached
Description
Hallmark of history in classic city home on Washington Blvd.! Welcome to a one-of-a-kind home rooted in history and chock full of yesteryear charm. Built in 1838 by George W. Talley II (builder’s initials and date appear on plaque on home’s north wall) as a wedding gift to his son George W. Talley III, this 186- year-old home is a colonial enthusiast’s dream with exceptional character, authentic period elements, good, solid “bones†and desirable city location. This stately all-stone/traditional black shutters 4-5BRs/3.5 baths home is nestled on prime .97 acre of property (w/adj lot), in sought-after Brandywine Hills, N. Wilm. It is magnificently perched on Washington Blvd. and borders Dryden, Walton and Rockwood Rds., effectively enveloping home in picturesque and private setting that is both tree-lined and tranquil and evokes breathtaking curb appeal. Over time, home changed ownership and was lovingly repainted, replastered, updated and more. At one point home was owned by Charles Gooding, a builder, and the man responsible for development of Brandywine Hills and modernization of this home, even extending home by a wing to include new kitchen and 2-car garage that was later converted to an office/flex space. The home’s latest owners purchased home in 1970s and have owned the residence for the past 50 years. They have kept its ageless appeal along with updates of gas water heater (2021), HVAC (2020) and updated breakers and hope to find a new steward to take home to the next level. Step inside where home’s beloved characteristics of bygone era were carefully preserved. Appreciate original oak hardwood floors, deep 18†inset windows, extra wide baseboards, classic Williamsburg blue trim and more. Sweeping formal LR features sequence of windows that grace front/back walls and gorgeous, wood-burning stone FP anchors room, while coffered ceiling creates vertical dimension and showcases incredible craftsmanship. Amazing backdrop for conversation and cocktails! From LR step out to sunken flagstone-floored screened-in porch that offers premier seating to spectacular plantings, flourishing flowers, and nature at play, while door grants access to open-air terrace tucked along back of home. This indoor/outdoor blend of space offers a never-to-expire invitation to enjoy! Classic DR has rich exposed beams, 2 nd stone FP and handsome build-ins. Adjoining kitchen is beyond with exposed stone wall, Heritage cherry cabinets, garden window, white tile/floral accented countertops, and endless possibilities! Off kitchen is convenient, quaint mud room with floor-to-ceiling paned windows, backyard access and just-right space. Gardner’s delight, perfect for benches, potted plants and hanging hooks! Ideal flex space, adjacent to kitchen, features full bath and W & D tucked behind dual doors. This sunlit, open space can be office, guest suite, or rec room. Walk-out, partially finished LL features home’s 3 rd FP and holds immense promise. The 2 nd and 3 rd levels are home to 4 secondary, spacious, sunlit BRs with sizable square footage and ample natural light, along with hall bath. Sequestered at end of hall, primary BR is sprawling with walk-in closet and accessory closet with period glass knobs and large, private retro bath of lavender/black tile. Nestled in blissfully beautiful and blooming side yard is rustic, historic barn which is part of a 200-year-old milk bank barn from Lancaster, PA that was taken down and put up at 4500 Washington Blvd. by the Amish, then an outer layer, the skin, was built onto it. Appreciate there were no nails used in construction of this pole barn bones and builders used only woodworking techniques such as dovetail joints, and mortise and tenon joinery. Time-stamped treasure! This masterfully built home at 4500 Washington Blvd. exudes timeless beauty, enduring grace, and everlasting allure. It's a unique opportunity to bring your vision, imagination, implement your improvements to a piece of history.
Other: Upper 2
Primary Bed: 20 X 17 - Upper 1
Bedroom 2: 13 X 16 - Upper 1
Bedroom 3: 16 X 12 - Upper 1
Bedroom 4: 11 X 8 - Upper 1
Living Room: 25 X 16 - Main
Kitchen: 12 X 17 - Main
Family Room: 17 X 16 - Main
Utility Room: 15 X 16 - Lower 1
Basement: 31 X 16 - Lower 1
Home Assoc: $65/Annually
Condo Assoc: No
Buyer Agency Comp*: 3 % Of Gross
Basement: Y
Pool: No Pool
Features
Community
HOA: Yes; Fee Includes: Common Area Maintenance;
Utilities
Hot Water Heating, Natural Gas, Central A/C, Natural Gas, Hot Water - Natural Gas, Public Water, Public Sewer, Circuit Breakers, , Basement Laundry, Main Floor Laundry
Garage/Parking
Driveway
Interior
Attic, Breakfast Area, Built-Ins, Exposed Beams, Floor Plan - Traditional, , Wood Floors, Outside Entrance Basement, Partially Finished Basement, Basement Windows, Hardwood Flooring, , Wood Flooring, Stone Fireplace, Plaster Walls, Wood Frame Windows
Exterior
Stone Foundation, Architectural Shingle Roof, Brick Exterior, Stone Exterior, Enclosed Porch/Deck, Patio(s), Porch(es), Screened Porch/Deck, Outbuilding(s)
Lot
Additional Lot(s), Corner Lot, Irregular Lot, Rear Yard, Road Frontage, SideYard(s), Sloping Lot, Partly Wooded Lot, Corner Lot/Unit, Black Top Road, Concrete Road
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Public Elementary (26 schools)
Public Middle (8 schools)
School | District | Grades | Place | Distance |
---|---|---|---|---|
duPont (Pierre S.) Middle School | Brandywine School District | 6–8 | Wilmington | 0.73 mi |
First State School | Red Clay Consolidated School District | 1–10 | Wilmington | 1.94 mi |
The Bancroft School | Christina School District | 1–9 | Wilmington | 2.25 mi |
Springer Middle School | Brandywine School District | 6–8 | Wilmington | 2.72 mi |
duPont (Alexis I.) Middle School | Red Clay Consolidated School District | 6–8 | Greenville | 3.39 mi |
Douglass School | Christina School District | 1–12 | Wilmington | 3.81 mi |
Odyssey Charter School | Odyssey Charter School | K–12 | Wilmington | 4.25 mi |
Talley Middle School | Brandywine School District | 6–8 | Wilmington | 4.59 mi |
Public High (14 schools)
Private (34 schools)
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This report is a detailed community overview for Wilmington (19802), Delaware.
Community Quick Facts
- Average travel time to work for people in this community: 25
- Average salary of people in this community: $45,076
Community Summary
- Population Density (ppl / mile): 8,011
- Household Size (ppl): 2.45
- Households w/ Children: 56%
Housing Inventory
- Owned: 5,103 (43.6%)
- Rented: 5,296 (45.2%)
- Vacant: 1,306 (11.2%)
- Total: 11,705
Population Demographics
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Climate and Weather
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Education
Highest Level of Education Attained
- Less than 9th Grade: 1.9%
- Some High School: 7.8%
- High School Graduate: 45.4%
- Some College: 15.9%
- Associate Degree: 5.1%
- Bachelor's Degree: 12.3%
- Graduate Degree: 11.6%
Income by dollar range
Median Income: $46,176
Fair Market Rents
The Fair Market Rents show average gross rent estimates based on figures provided by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).
- Studio: $541
- One Bedroom: $819
- Two Bedroom: $1,073
- Three Bedroom: $1,226
- Four Bedroom: $1,326
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Listing Courtesy of: Keller Williams Realty Wilmington , (302) 299-1100
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